pathogenesis

[path-uh-jen-uh-sis]

noun

the production and development of disease.

Also pa·thog·e·ny

[puh-thoj-uh-nee] /pəˈθɒdʒ ə ni/.

Origin of pathogenesis

From New Latin, dating back to 1875–80; see origin at patho-, -genesis

Related formspath·o·ge·net·ic

[path-oh-juh-net-ik] /ˌpæθ oʊ dʒəˈnɛt ɪk/, adjective

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Examples from the Web for pathogenesis

In the future in considering their pathogenesis it will be well to draw a sharp distinction between them.
Scurvy Past and Present|Alfred Fabian Hess
It is safe to say that not one in ten of those who practice the healing art has ever used it or is familiar with its pathogenesis.
New, Old, and Forgotten Remedies: Papers by Many Writers|Various
One would not deny all practical bearing to such investigations of pathogenesis.
Mentally Defective Children|Alfred Binet
These studies in pathogenesis and etiology are fundamentally necessary for the development of a rational therapy and prophylaxis.
A Psychiatric Milestone|Various

It is doubtful whether mere clinical studies will contribute in a large measure to the solution of the pathogenesis of scurvy.
Scurvy Past and Present|Alfred Fabian Hess

British Dictionary definitions for pathogenesis

pathogenesis

pathogeny (pəˈθɒdʒɪnɪ)

noun

the origin, development, and resultant effects of a disease

Derived Formspathogenetic (ˌpæθəʊdʒɪˈnɛtɪk), adjective

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Word Origin and History for pathogenesis

1876, from patho- + genesis.

Medicine definitions for pathogenesis

pathogenesis

[păth′ə-jĕn′ĭ-sĭs]

n.

The development of a disease or morbid condition.nosogenesis